Vacancies Sales Assistant

AkzoNobel Corporate; Dudley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global paint company is looking for a Sales Assistant in Dudley. In this role, you will enhance the customer experience and drive sales. Ideal candidates will have retail experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment. The position offers competitive pay, full-time hours, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days holiday excluding bank holidays

Income protection

Staff discount at Dulux Decorating Centre stores

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Life Assurance

Company pension

Flexible benefits scheme including Gymflex

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a customer service / retail role.
• Enjoys a collaborative working environment.
• Calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Engage in planning & store meeting sessions.
• Ensure a warm welcome and informed conversation for customers.
• Follow the merchandising plan to restock.
• Load the van & plan delivery routes.
• Support the monthly customer contact plan.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Time Management

Data Entry

Computer Literacy

Administrative Experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Furniture Sales

Sales Support

Job description

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792 we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world‑class portfolio of brands including Dulux International, Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. We are active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity, we are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions while creating an even better tomorrow.

Sales Assistant

1266 pounds / hr - 20 hours per week

We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed.

Part of the AkzoNobel family, Dulux Decorating Centers has over 240 nationwide stores and is the UK’s largest paint and decorating merchant. We pride ourselves on fostering success with a remarkable benefits package and the training needed for career progression.

Job Purpose

You will play a key role in the success of your store by collaborating with in‑store colleagues and our UK Sales Team to provide a memorable customer experience to professionals & DIY enthusiasts. We will look to you to use your people skills to help maximise the sales and market share of AkzoNobel products and accessories in your store.

This is a 20‑hour per week role.

Job Responsibilities

• Play an active part in engagement planning & monthly store meeting sessions.
• Ensure customers receive a warm welcome, informed conversation & personalised proposal.
• Use our client service tools to ensure a consistent customer experience.
• Support your store’s monthly customer contact plan.
• Follow the merchandising plan to restock the shop floor.
• Load the van & plan delivery routes.
• Develop your skills & encourage colleagues to do so using our training tools.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in a customer service / retail role.
• Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
• Calm under pressure.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Excellent communication, customer service & interpersonal skills.
• Well organised & with an eye for detail.
• Enjoys ongoing coaching & support to advance career & build skills.

What do we Offer at AkzoNobel

We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:

• Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
• Income protection.
• Staff discount at Dulux Decorating Centre stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Life Assurance.
• Company pension.
• Product discounts.
• Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!

We are advocates of a healthy work‑life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best selves. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in building a diverse environment: all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.

Key Skills

• Sales Experience
• Time Management
• Data Entry
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Computer Literacy
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Furniture Sales
• Microsoft Excel
• Administrative Experience
• Sales Support

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1